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Summer Reading Sendoff

Tuesday, July 31, is the last day of Summer Reading! If you’re surprised by how fast this summer went, you’re not alone. We can’t believe it either. But the fun isn’t over yet (the fun is never over at the library).  After an entire summer of reading taking you EvErYwHeRe, we are bringing it all home for a celebration- The […]

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Re-Scheduled Flick & Float

The Flick & Float: Moana event that was cancelled due to stormy weather back in June has been rescheduled for Friday, August 17th, 2018 at about 8:00pm (dusk). We have partnered with the Village of Algonquin to put on this show at the community pool. Admission is free for Algonquin pool pass and library cardholders. The daily pool admission of […]

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ScribbleMonster is Coming!

It’s LOUD. It’s ENERGETIC. And it’s coming our way to get you….to DANCE! It’s ScribbleMonster, a Chicago-based band that is sure to get your family grooving and having a good time. This Saturday, July 14, from 1-2 pm, you can drop in for an energizing, interactive concert on the Harnish patio.  No registration required! Just bring your family, your friends, […]

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Storytime @ Riverbottom Ice Cream!

I read, you read, we all read for ice cream! That’s the way it works for Storytime at Riverbottom Ice Cream. We will enjoy stories about our favorite cold treat, followed by a small scoop for all the kids that attend. What a cool twist for storytime! This special event takes place on Wednesday, July 11, with two times to […]

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Halfway Through the Summer Reading Journey!

We are about half way through our Summer Reading Program, which continues until July 31. Many have already finished, many are still venturing on, and there’s STILL TIME TO SIGN UP and enjoy the adventure if you haven’t yet! It’s been an exciting summer of patrons going to all sorts of cool places through reading, on trips, on the scavenger […]

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Zippy the Airplane is Ready for Adventure!

Going on a trip this summer? Zippy is ready to tag along! This adorable little airplane plushy is packed and ready to go behind the Youth Services Desk, just waiting for the next lucky family to check him out and take him on an adventure! Whether you’re going near or far, you can take Zippy with, take pictures with him […]

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Flick and Float: Showing Moana at the Algonquin Pool

****WE’RE SORRY, BUT DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED**** There couldn’t be a more perfect movie to watch poolside than Moana. If you’ve seen it already, this will add a new element of excitement to it. If you haven’t seen it yet, this is such a fun venue for your first showing! Our Flick and Float event […]

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Meet the Traveling Animal Ambassadors at the Library!

Fabulous, fuzzy and feathered friends are scheduled to visit the library! Our totally adorable and educational Traveling Animal Ambassadors event will take place at the Harnish main branch at two different times on Thursday, June 14. Kids are welcome to meet a variety of ambassador animals from the Randall Oaks Zoo during one of two time slots- 1:00-1:45 pm for ages 3-6 OR […]

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Reading Takes You Everywhere!

Perhaps you’ve heard the saying that reading takes you everywhere- just read and let your mind travel to faraway lands or see from a new perspective offered in a story. Our Summer Reading Program, adorably and aptly themed “Reading Takes You Everywhere” will offer you a challenge to travel to many places- in your imagination AND around town.  This will […]

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Saturday is Matter Day with Little STEAMers

Need plans for Saturday? Is everything up in the air? Are you worried your funmobile will run out of gas? No matter what, we got you! We have a solution for this. In fact, we’ve got a solid idea for you. Try Little STEAMers: States of Matter! That was pretty cheesy, I know, but do you know if cheese is a […]